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User's Manual
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Contents
Contents
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About this Manual..................................................................................................................... 5

FCC Compliance Statement....................................................................................................... 5
Copyright................................................................................................................................... 5
Safety Information..................................................................................................................... 6
Chapter 1: Product Overview............................................................................... 7
1.1 Features............................................................................................................................... 7
1.2 Package Contents................................................................................................................. 7
1.3.1 Front Panel............................................................................................................... 8
1.3.2 Rear Panel................................................................................................................ 9
4-Channel DVR......................................................................................................... 9
8-Channel DVR......................................................................................................... 9
1.4 Remote Control.................................................................................................................. 10
1.5 Mouse................................................................................................................................ 11
Chapter 2: Installation....................................................................................... 12
2.1 Installing the Hard Disk Drive............................................................................................. 12
2.2 Connecting the Power....................................................................................................... 13
2.3 Connecting to Monitors..................................................................................................... 13
2.3.1 BNC Connection..................................................................................................... 13
2.3.2 VGA Connection..................................................................................................... 14
2.4 Connecting the Cameras.................................................................................................... 14
2.4.1 BNC Connection..................................................................................................... 14
2.4.2 RS-485 Connection................................................................................................. 15
2.8 Connecting the Microphones............................................................................................ 16
2.9 Connecting to Network...................................................................................................... 17
2.10 Connecting to Other Devices........................................................................................... 18
2.11 Connecting to Speakers................................................................................................... 18
Chapter 3: Getting Started................................................................................. 19
3.1 Starting Up......................................................................................................................... 19
3.2 Shutting Down................................................................................................................... 19
3.3 The Main Screen................................................................................................................ 20
3.3.1 Screen Icons........................................................................................................... 20
3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard..................................................................................................... 21
3.3.3 Locking the Screen................................................................................................. 21
3.3.4 Pop-up Menu.......................................................................................................... 22
3.3.5 On Screen Display (OSD) menu.............................................................................. 23
3.4 Screen Modes.................................................................................................................... 25
3.4.1 Live View................................................................................................................ 25
3.4.2 Multi Picture Mode................................................................................................ 26
3.4.3 Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Mode................................................................................. 26
3.4.4 Auto Switch View.................................................................................................... 27
3.5 Using PTZ Controls............................................................................................................. 28
3.5.1 Cruise Mode........................................................................................................... 29
3.6 Zoom.................................................................................................................................. 29
3.7 Manual Recording.............................................................................................................. 30
3.7 Turning Mute On................................................................................................................ 30
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Chapter 4: Using the DVR.................................................................................. 31
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4.1 Setting the Camera............................................................................................................ 31
4.1.1 Display Setup.......................................................................................................... 31
Color Setup............................................................................................................ 32
4.1.2 Recording Setup..................................................................................................... 32
Schedule Recording................................................................................................ 33
4.2 Setting the Network........................................................................................................... 34
4.2.1 DHCP...................................................................................................................... 34
4.2.2 PPPoE..................................................................................................................... 34
4.2.3 Static IP................................................................................................................... 35
4.2.4 DDNS...................................................................................................................... 36
4.3 Viewing Recorded Videos.................................................................................................. 37
4.3.1 Searching and Playing Videos................................................................................. 37
4.3.2 Backing up Videos.................................................................................................. 38
4.3.3 Viewing and Exporting Log..................................................................................... 39
4.4 Setting the Device.............................................................................................................. 40
4.4.1 Storage Device Setup.............................................................................................. 40
Setting HDD............................................................................................................ 40
Formatting HDD..................................................................................................... 41
Formatting USB drive............................................................................................. 41
4.4.2 Setting Alarms........................................................................................................ 42
Configure Alarm Settings....................................................................................... 42
Email Alarm Notifications...................................................................................... 43
4.4.3 PTZ Setup................................................................................................................ 43
4.4.4 Setting Up Mobile Devices...................................................................................... 44
4.4.5 Setting Motion Detection....................................................................................... 45
4.5 Setting Up Cloud Storage................................................................................................... 46
4.5.1Enabling Cloud Storage........................................................................................... 46
4.5.2 Setting Up Cloud E-mail Account............................................................................ 46
4.5.3 Activate Cloud Storage........................................................................................... 47
4.6 System Settings.................................................................................................................. 48
4.6.1 Date and Time Settings........................................................................................... 48
Synchronizing Time with NTP Server..................................................................... 48
Setting Daylight Saving Time.................................................................................. 49
4.6.2 User and Password Settings................................................................................... 50
Changing the Password.......................................................................................... 50
Configuring Other Users........................................................................................ 51
Authorizing Other Users........................................................................................ 51
4.6.3 Video and Audio Settings....................................................................................... 52
Setting the Video Output....................................................................................... 52
Setting the Volume................................................................................................. 52
Setting the Privacy................................................................................................. 53
4.6.4 Language Setting.................................................................................................... 54
4.6.5 System Information................................................................................................ 55
4.6.6 Maintenance Settings............................................................................................. 55
Manual Reboot and Power Off.............................................................................. 55
Set Auto Maintenance........................................................................................... 56
Update System Firmware....................................................................................... 57
Load Default Settings............................................................................................. 57
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Chapter 5: KGUARD Web Client......................................................................... 58

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5.1 Login.................................................................................................................................. 58
5.2 The Interface...................................................................................................................... 59
5.3 Live Viewing....................................................................................................................... 60
5.3.1 Switching Screen Modes........................................................................................ 60
5.3.2 Viewing and Recording........................................................................................... 61
Using Play Controls................................................................................................ 61
Recording Individual Channels Manually............................................................... 61
Taking Snapshots.................................................................................................... 61
Using PTZ Controls................................................................................................. 62
5.4 Searching and Playing Recorded Videos............................................................................ 63
5.4.1 Searching and Playing Videos................................................................................. 63
5.4.2 Downloading Recorded Videos.............................................................................. 64
5.4.3 Converting Video Format....................................................................................... 64
5.5 Setup.................................................................................................................................. 65
5.5.2 Record Settings....................................................................................................... 66
Setting the Recording Schedule............................................................................. 66
5.5.3 Alarm Settings........................................................................................................ 68
Motion Detection Setup......................................................................................... 68
Alarm Setup........................................................................................................... 69
5.5.4 PTZ Settings............................................................................................................ 70
5.5.5 Network Settings.................................................................................................... 71
Setting Up with TCP/IP - Static IP........................................................................... 71
Setting Up with TCP/IP - PPPoE.............................................................................. 71
Setting Up TCP/IP - DHCP....................................................................................... 72
Setting Up DDNS.................................................................................................... 73
Setting Up Email..................................................................................................... 74
Setting Up Mobile Device....................................................................................... 75
5.5.6 System Settings....................................................................................................... 76
Managing User Accounts....................................................................................... 76
Advanced Settings.................................................................................................. 77
5.5.7 Cloud Settings......................................................................................................... 78
Enabling Cloud Storage.......................................................................................... 78
Setting Up Cloud E-mail Account........................................................................... 78
5.5.8 System Information................................................................................................ 80
Chapter 6: Using KView Series Software............................................................ 81
6.1 KView................................................................................................................................. 81
6.1.1 KView on Android® Phones.................................................................................... 81
6.1.2 KView on iPhone®.............................................................................................................................................................82
6.2 KViewHD............................................................................................................................ 84
6.2.1 KViewHD on Android® Tablets................................................................................ 84
6.2.2 KViewHD on iPad®............................................................................................................................................................85
6.3 KView Center..................................................................................................................... 86
6.4 KView Series Specifications................................................................................................ 87
Chapter 7: Troubleshooting & FAQ..................................................................... 88
7.1 Troubleshooting................................................................................................................. 88
7.2 Frequently Asked Questions.............................................................................................. 89
Appendix: Specifications................................................................................... 90
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Preface
About this Manual
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The material in this document is for information purpose and is subject to change without prior notice. We
made every effort to ensure that this user’s manual is accurate and complete. However, no liability is assumed
for any errors and omissions that may have occurred.
FCC Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the product and receiver.
• Connect the product into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Declaration of Conformity
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Copyright
Limitation of Liability
• This publication is provided “AS IS” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including
but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for any particular purpose, or non-
infringement of a third party’s rights.
• This publication may include technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes may be made to the
information herein, at any time, for publication improvements and/or of the corresponding device(s).
Disclaimer of Warranty
In no event shall the supplier be liable to any party or any person, except for replacement or reasonable
maintenance of the product, for the cases, including but not limited to the following:
• Any damage or loss, including but without limitation, direct or indirect, special, consequential or exemplary,
arising out of or relating to the device;
• Personal injury or any damage caused by inappropriate use or negligent operation of the user;
• Unauthorized disassemble, repair or modification of the device by the user;
• Any problem, consequential inconvenience, or loss or damage, arising out of combining the system with the
devices of a third party;
• Any claim or action for damages, brought by any person or organization being a photogenic subject, due to
violation of privacy with the result of pictures from a surveillance camera, including saved data, for some
reason, becomes public or is used for the purpose other than for surveillance.
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Preface
Safety Information
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Warning Caution
This is the symbol for indicating any potential hazard, The lighting flash with an arrow head symbol, in an
risk or condition requiring special attention. equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user.
The user needs to refer to the important operating There is dangerous “voltage” presence near by the
and maintenance or servicing instructions. product’s enclosure which may be risk of person.
Safety Precautions
• Do not touch live electrical parts.
Electric shock can be avoided. Follow the recommended practices listed below. Faulty installation, improper
grounding, and incorrect operation and maintenance of electrical equipment are always sources of danger.
• Do not try to install equipment outdoor, during strong wind and rain.
• Do not install or remove equipment outdoor, when raining.
• Do not try to install or operate any equipment, during a thunderstorm.
• Always ground all electrical equipment and the work platform.
Prevent accidental electrical shocks. Connect power source, control cabinets, and work platform to an approved
electrical ground.
• Always use the correct cable size.
Sustained overloading will cause cable failure and result in possible electrical shock or fire hazard. Work cable
should be the same rating as the factory.
• Always keep cables and connectors in good condition.
Improper or worn electrical connections can cause short circuits and can increase the chance of an electrical shock.
Do not use worn, damaged, or bare cables.
• Always avoid open-circuit voltage.
The added voltages increase the severity of electric shock hazard.
• Always wear insulated gloves while you adjust equipment.
Electric power should be turned off and insulated gloves should be worn when making any equipment adjustment
to assure shock protection.
• Always wear protective clothing such as long sleeve shorts while you are installing or removing equipment.
• Always wear high, snug fitting shoes.
• Always wear clean clothes without grease or oil.
• Protect neighboring workers from exposure to arc radiation.
• Always wear long trousers or jeans while you are installing or removing equipment.
• Always wear safety helmet or hard head and safety shoes before work.
• Always keep the equipment in dry places.
• Always wear safety harnesses/belt while you work in high places.
• Always wear dry clothing and avoid moisture and water.
• Always wear Public Safety Vest, while you work at night.
• Make sure all electrical connections are tight, clean, and dry.
• Make sure that you are well insulated to eliminate electric static charge.
• Always wear dry gloves, rubber-soled shoes, or stand on a dry board or platform.
• Always follow recognized safety standards.
• Always wear correct eye, ear, and body protection.
• Always have second person on-site, while you work in dark, poor ventilation, or high places.
• Make sure that you are well protected against arc flashes, mechanical injury, or other mishaps.
• Make sure that the polarity of wire is correct before installing equipment.
• Always handle equipment with care.
• Do not block the ventilation of equipment.
• Do not put the magnetic parts around the equipment.
• Do not put the objects on top of the equipment.
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Chapter 1: Product Overview
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1.1 Features
This device supports the following features:
• H.264 Compression and Dual Stream Network Transmission
• Supports D1 Recording and Playback
• User-friendly GUI (Graphical User Interface) & USB Mouse Control for Program Menus
• Supports Simultaneous Multi-Channel Playback
• Multiplex Operation (Supports Live View, Record, Playback and Backup of Video)
• USB Port Supports USB Flash Drive Backup
• Built-in RS-485 port for PTZ control
• Remote Monitoring and Control via KGUARD-exclusive KView Software
(Symbian, Windows Mobiles, iPhone and Android phones/tablets)
• Online surveillance via IE browser with audio
• Event-Triggered Email Notification
• Supports Network Time Protocol (NTP)
• Supports up to 2TB SATA HDD
• Privacy Mask for Private Area Protection (Max. 4 Areas in Each Channel)
• Available for Widescreen Screen
• Exclusively connects to Cloud Service and has a personal storage space
1.2 Package Contents

The following items come with your package. If any of them is missing or damaged, please contact your retailer.
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
PTZ 0
Quick Guide
ESC MENU
STARTREC STOPREC
F1
F2
Remote Control Mouse Quick Guide CD-ROM
Power Supply BNC to RCA Cable Batteries* HDD Screw Kit
* Not available in all countries.
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1.3 Parts and Functions

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1.3.1 Front Panel
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
6 8
KGUARD
SECURITY
PWE LINK HDD REC
8 Channel H.264 Digital Video Recorder
No. Item Icon Description
1 Power Button Press the button to turn the DVR on or off.
2 Power Indicator PWE Lights green to indicate the power is turned on.
3 Link Indicator LINK Lights amber to indicate a link is established.
4 HDD Indicator Lights red when the HDD is being accessed.
5 Record Indicator REC Lights red when recording is in progress.

6 IR Receiver - Receives the remote control signals.
7 USB Mouse Port Connects the USB mouse.
8 USB Port Connects other USB memory devices such as a flash disk.
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1.3.2 Rear Panel
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4-Channel DVR
1 2 3 4 5 6
CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1 VIDEO OUT

VIDEO IN CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
7 8
8-Channel DVR
1 2 3 4 5 6
CH8 CH7 CH6 CH5 CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1 VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
AIN8 AIN7 AIN6 AIN5 AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
7 8
No. Connector Description

8-Channel DVR: Connects to a maximum of 8 video input devices (BNC).
1 Video input
4-Channel DVR: Connects to a maximum of 4 video input devices (BNC).
2 Video output Connects to a monitor output via BNC.
3 VGA output Connects to a VGA monitor.
4 LAN Connects to LAN via RJ-45.
5 RS-485 Connects to a Speeddome camera via RS-485.
6 Power Connects to the power adapter.
Audio input 8-Channel DVR: Connects to a maximum of 8 audio input via RCA.
7
4-Channel DVR: Connects to a maximum of 4 audio input via RCA.
8 Audio output Connects to an audio output via RCA.
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1.4 Remote Control

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1 2
1 2 3
3 4 5 6
7 8 9 4
5 PTZ 0 6
7 8
9 10
11 12
13
14 15
16
ESC MENU
17
18 19
20
STARTREC STOPREC 22
F1
21 23
F2
24
No. Icon Description No. Icon Description

1 Press to start manual recording. Press to move down in the OSD
13
menu.
2 Press to turn mute on or off.
Press to exit the Main Menu or the
Numeric keys 14
ESC Playback screen.
3 1-8 Press to display the channel in full
screen. 15 Press to display the Main Menu.
MENU
Numeric keys
4 0, 9 Press ”0” key to lock or unlock the 16 Press to stop recording.
current screen. STOPREC
5 PTZ Press to configure PTZ settings. 17 Press to pause playback.
Press to display a 4 x 4 channel 18 Press start recording.

6 display. Press repeatedly to scroll to STARTREC
other channels. 19 Press to play recorded video.
Press to display the pop-up menu.
Press to rewind video playback
7 See “3.3.4 Pop-up Menu” on page 20
(x2, x4, x8).
22.
Press to fast forward video playback
8 Press to close the pop-up menu. 21
(x2, x4, x8).
Press to enter the selected menu Press to pause video playback or
9 22
item and edit the setting. enter frame-playback mode.
10 Press to move up in the OSD menu. 23 F1 Reserved key
11 Press to move left in the OSD menu.
Press to move right in the OSD 24 F2 Reserved keys
12
menu.
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1.5 Mouse
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The DVR is supplied with a USB mouse that you can use to operate the DVR. Simply plug in the supplied mouse into
the USB mouse connector at the rear panel of the device.
Mouse Operation Description

Left-click In OSD menu, click the left button to select and edit the setting.
Right-click In preview mode, click the right button to display the pop-up menu.
In main menu or sub menu mode, click the right button to exit the current menu.
Double-click the Left button Double-click the live image of any channel for full screen display. Double-click the left
button again to return to the window-display of all cameras.
Drag an area/line In motion mode, use this function to select motion area.
In [Color Setup] menu mode, it will adjust color control bar.
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Chapter 2: Installation
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2.1 Installing the Hard Disk Drive

Depending on the package you have purchased, the hard disk drive may be included in the full package. If it is not
pre-installed, follow the installation instructions on this user manual.
DO NOT install or remove hard disk drive while the device power is turned on.
The 4-channel / 8-channel DVR supports one 3.5” SATA hard disk drive. To install the HDD, follow the steps below.
Note:
The illustrations below show an 8-channel DVR, same procedures apply to a 4-channel DVR.
1 Loosen the screws on the left, right, and rear sides as 4 Attach the HDD to the bracket using 4 screws.
shown.
2 Push back then lift up the cover to remove it. 5 Attach the cover and screws back in place.
3 Connect the data and power cables to the hard disk

drive (HDD) and the DVR.
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2.2 Connecting the Power
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Use only the supplied power adapter and power cord that came with the DVR.
1 Connect one end of the power 4-Channel DVR

supply to the power connector
on the back of the DVR. CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1 VIDEO OUT
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
2 Plug the other end of the power AIN4 AIN3

AUDIO IN
AIN2 AIN1
AUDIO OUT
VGA
NETWORK RS485
supply into the wall outlet.

8-Channel DVR
3 Press the Power button to
turn on the DVR. CH8 CH7 CH6 CH5
VIDEO IN
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
DC 12V
Wall outlet Power supply
2.3 Connecting to Monitors

The preview screen can be displayed on monitors via BNC VGA connection.
2.3.1 BNC Connection 4-Channel DVR

Connect the video output of
the DVR to the monitor via BNC CH4 CH3
VIDEO IN
CH2 CH1 VIDEO OUT
CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
connector as shown. AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
8-Channel DVR
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
VIDEO OUT
BNC cable
Monitor
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2.3.2 VGA Connection

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Connect the video output of the DVR to the monitor via VGA connector as shown.
4-Channel DVR

VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
8-Channel DVR
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
Monitor
VGA
VGA cable
2.4 Connecting the Cameras

Connect the camera cable(s) to the video input of the DVR via BNC or RS-485 connection.
2.4.1 BNC Connection

Connect the camera cable(s) to the video input of the DVR via BNC connector as shown.
4-Channel DVR

VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1

VIDEO IN
BNC cable
Camera
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8-Channel DVR
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
CH8 CH7 CH6 CH5 CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1

VIDEO IN
BNC cable
Camera
2.4.2 RS-485 Connection

If you are using a PTZ speed dome, connect the camera cable to the video input of the DVR via RS-485 connector as
shown.
4-Channel DVR

VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
8-Channel DVR
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
A B G
RS485
Speed dome
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2.8 Connecting the Microphones

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Microphones can be connected directly via RCA input connection.
Connect the microphone(s) using RCA cable connection as shown.
4-Channel DVR

VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO IN RCA audio cable
Microphone
8-Channel DVR
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
AIN8 AIN7 AIN6 AIN5

AUDIO IN
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1 RCA audio cable
Microphone
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2.9 Connecting to Network
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For remote monitoring, connect the DVR to the internet via wired network connection.
4-Channel DVR

VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
8-Channel DVR
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
NETWORK
Notebook/PC
Tablet PC
RJ-45 cable
Mobile Phones
Internet
1 Plug one end of the RJ-45 cable to the LAN port on the back of the DVR.
2 Plug the other end directly into a LAN port on a router or network switch.
After connecting, configure your DVR for network communication. See “4.2 Setting the Network” on page 34 for
further details.
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2.10 Connecting to Other Devices

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You can connect other devices such as a mouse and a USB storage drive to the DVR. Connect them to the USB port on
the front of the DVR.
4-Channel DVR
KGUARD
SECURITY
PWE LINK HDD REC
8-Channel DVR
KGUARD
SECURITY
PWE LINK HDD REC
2.11 Connecting to Speakers

You can connect speakers to the DVR via RCA connection.
Connect the speaker using RCA cable connection as shown.
4-Channel DVR

VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G
AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
8-Channel DVR
VIDEO IN CAUTION
DO NOT OPEN
A B G

AUDIO OUT
AUDIO IN
VGA
NETWORK RS485
AUDIO OUT
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Chapter 3: Getting Started
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3.1 Starting Up
1 Connect the power adapter to the DVR. See “2.2 Connecting the Power” on page 13 for further details.
2 Turn on the power switch on the back panel of the DVR. The DVR automatically powers on and displays the channels
screen.
3.2 Shutting Down

To properly turn off the DVR power, do the following:
1 In the preview mode, right-click on the mouse to display the pop-up menu.
2 Select Main Menu > SYSTEM > MAINTAIN, and double-click Power off.
You can also access the main menu by pressing the MENU button on the remote control or the Menu key on the
front panel.
3 A warning message appears on the screen, select OK to turn off the power.
4 Wait until the “Now you can power off!” message appears on the screen.
5 Turn off the power switch on the back panel of the DVR and then unplug the power cord from the power outlet.
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3.3 The Main Screen

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3.3.1 Screen Icons

There are four types of recording indicator on the main screen of each channel.
Channel title (see page 31) Current date & time
Recording
indicator
4-channel display
1-channel display 8-channel display
Icon Description
Note:
M Motion detector is activated.
• During recording mode, [ R ] icon or [ M ] icon appears
Hard disk drive memory is full. on the screen. If [ M ] icon is displayed on the screen, it
H
Cannot detect hard disk drive. indicates that motion detection is enabled.
R • If the “VIDEO LOSS” appears on the screen, check the
Video recording is in progress.
camera(s) connection.
VIDEO LOSS Video loss.
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3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard
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The virtual keyboard automatically appears on the screen if data entry is required.
There are two types of keyboard:
a. Full keyboard (Lower case / Upper case)
Click to toggle the keyboard:

Lower Case / Numeric / Upper
Case keyboard.
Click to delete a character.
Click to confirm the input.
b. Number keypad
Click to toggle the keyboard:

Lower Case / Numeric / Upper
Case keyboard.
Click to delete a number.
Click to confirm the input.

3.3.3 Locking the Screen

For system security, lock the screen to protect unauthorized OSD operation.
1 In the preview mode, right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu.
2 Select Main Menu > SYSTEM > PASSWORD.
3 Set the Password Status to ON.
ON
4 Enter the user name and password. Then, click Apply.

5 Click OK.
6 To lock the screen, right-click to display the Pop-up menu and select Lock.
7 Once the lock function is activated, you need to enter the user name and password before entering the OSD menu.

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A virtual keyboard automatically appears on the screen.
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Enter User Name Enter Password
3.3.4 Pop-up Menu

With Pop-up menu, you can gain access to the frequently access features. You can access the Pop-up Menu by pressing
the right button of the mouse. The available Pop-up menu items vary depending on the current setting or operation.
• Main Menu:
Access the main menu and adjust all settings.
• Lock: Main Menu

Lock access to enter OSD menu. Lock
You need to enter the user name and
password before entering the OSD menu. Multipicture
• Multipicture: Record Search
Configure the window display setting. See
page 26.
Start Rotate
• Record Search
Start Cruise
Search to playback recorded videos. See “4.3.1 Searching and Playing PTZ
Videos” on page 37.
Mute On
• Start Rotate:
Start rotate-display mode. See page 27. Manual Record
• Start Cruise: Stop Record
Start cruise of the PTZ camera. See page 29. PIP
• PTZ:
Use the PTZ control. See page 28.
• Mute On/Off:
Enable/Disable mute feature. See page 30.
• Manual Record:
Start manual recording. See page 30.
• Stop Record
Stop recording manually. See page 30.
• PIP:
Configure the Picture-in-Picture (PIP) window display. See page 26.
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3.3.5 On Screen Display (OSD) menu
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You can access the OSD menu by one of the following ways:
• Right-click on the mouse and select Main Menu.
• Press the MENU button on the remote control.
Submenu items:
DISPLAY RECORD
NETWORK SEARCH
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DEVICE SYSTEM
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CLOUD
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3.4 Screen Modes
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3.4.1 Live View
By default, all channels are displayed on the screen in grid form.
To view the live image of any channel on full screen, simply double-click the left mouse button. Double-click the left
mouse button again to return to the window-display of all cameras.
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3.4.2 Multi Picture Mode

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You can customize to view the channels on a 4-window or an 8-window display.

Main Menu
There are 3 multi picture mode options: Lock
Multipicture CH01 ~ 08
1 In the preview mode, right-click on the mouse to display the Record Search CH01 ~ 04
Pop-up menu. CH05 ~ 08
Start Rotate
2 Select Multipicture, then select an option: Start Cruise
• CH 01-08
PTZ
Mute On
• CH 01-04
Manual Record
• CH 05-08 Stop Record
PIP
The selected channels will be displayed on the screen.
Note:
Options to split windows vary depending on the DVR model. Split Windows option is not available when View Setup
is enabled (see “4.6.3 Video and Audio Settings” on page 52).
3.4.3 Picture-in-Picture (PIP) Mode

With Picture-in-Picture (PIP) mode, you can watch two more channels
Main Menu
to be simultaneously displayed on the first channel live preview. Lock
Multipicture
1 In the preview mode, right-click on the mouse Record Search
to display the Pop-up menu.
Start Rotate
2 Select PIP > 1 X1 or 1 X2. Start Cruise
An additional mini-window appears on the main screen display. PTZ
Mute On
3 To move the mini-windows around your main screen, Manual Record
click and drag it to a new position. Stop Record
PIP 1X1
1X2
For example: PIP 1 X1 mode
First channel
Second channel
Note:
If you select 1 X2, two mini-window frames appear on the main screen display. This function only works if there are
more than two cameras connected to the DVR.
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3.4.4 Auto Switch View
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With this function, the system will automatically switch the channel display.
To enable auto switch view: Main Menu

Lock
Multipicture
2 Select Start Rotate. Record Search
Start Rotate
The rotating display playback starts. By default, each display
switches at 5 seconds interval. You can change the switch interval in
Start Cruise
VIDEO menu (see “Setting the Video Output” on page 52). PTZ
Mute On
Manual Record
Stop Record
PIP
An example of the screen display rotation as follow (8-channel DVR with 2 available channels):
Full screen Full screen

(First channel) (Second channel)
8-window display 4-window display
Note:
The displayed screens vary depending on the available channels.
To disable auto switch view, click on the screen.
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3.5 Using PTZ Controls

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If you are using the PTZ speed dome, you can configure the PTZ control settings.
1 In the preview mode, right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu. Main Menu
Lock
2 Select PTZ.
Multipicture
Record Search
Note: Start Rotate
This option is not available if the PTZ camera is in Cruise mode. Start Cruise
See “3.5.1 Cruise Mode” on page 29. PTZ
Mute On
Manual Record
Stop Record
PIP
3 The PTZ control panel appears on the screen.
Icon Item Function
Pointer pan Click the direction arrow to select the
direction of the PTZ camera.
Click the middle icon to switch to auto pan
mode.
Zoom Click to zoom in/out.
Focus Click to adjust the focus.
Iris Click to adjust the iris setting.
Speed Click to adjust the speed.
Channel Select Click to select the channel of the PTZ
camera.
Exit Click to return to the previous page or exit.
Goto Preset Click to go to a specific preset point.
Point
Set Preset Point Click to set a specific preset points of a PTZ
camera.
Click to adjust the camera in a fixed point.
Note:
You can set up to 255 preset bits for the
DVR. However, the actual preset quantity
varies depending on the PTZ camera
performance.
Clear Click to delete the selected preset.
Save Click to save the settings and preset points.
Total Display the total of preset bit.
Start point Display the starting point cruised. The
system default point is “001”.
Stop point Click to set the stop time at each point.
Note:
To change the PTZ settings, see “4.4.3 PTZ Setup” on page 43.
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3.5.1 Cruise Mode Main Menu
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Use the Start Cruise function to allow the PTZ camera to start cruising. Lock
1 In the preview mode, right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu. Multipicture
Record Search
2 Select Start Cruise. Start Rotate
To disable cruise: Start Cruise
PTZ
1 Right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu. Mute On
2 Select Stop Cruise. Manual Record
Stop Record
PIP
3.6 Zoom
With this function, you can check the details of the live display on the zoomed section.
1 Double-click the mouse button on a channel to view it on full screen.
2 Right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu.
3 Select Zoom.
Main Menu
Lock
Multipicture
Record Search
Start Rotate
Start Cruise
PTZ
Mute On
Manual Record
Stop Record
Zoom
PIP
4 In zoom mode, click and drag the left mouse button to frame an area on the screen that you want to zoom in.
The selected location will be enlarged and displayed as full screen.
Zoom area
Note:
To pan at another area on the screen, simply click and drag the frame appears on the mini-window display.
5 To exit the zoom mode, click the right button twice. It returns to live image display mode.
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With this function, you can manually record the video. The system will continuously record the video until you
manually stop the recording.
To enable manual recording:
1 In the preview mode, right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu. Main Menu
Lock
2 Select Manual Record. Multipicture
The video recording starts. Record Search
Start Rotate
Start Cruise
PTZ
To stop the manual recording: Mute On
Manual Record
1 Right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu. Stop Record
2 Select Stop Record. PIP
The video recording stops.
Note:
This function is available only if record mode is set to schedule. See “4.1.2 Recording Setup” on page 32.
3.7 Turning Mute On

With this function, you can mute the recording audio.
Main Menu
To turn mute on: Lock
1 In the preview mode, right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu. Multipicture
Record Search
2 Select Mute On. Start Rotate
Start Cruise
PTZ
To turn mute off:
Mute On
1 Right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu. Manual Record
Stop Record
2 Select Mute Off. PIP
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Chapter 4: Using the DVR
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4.1 Setting the Camera
You can customize the display and recording settings via DISPLAY and RECORD menus.
4.1.1 Display Setup

With DISPLAY menu, you can adjust the display settings such as channel type, window position, color, enable live time,
and other settings.
2 Select Main Menu > DISPLAY.
3 Modify the necessary settings.
Menu item Description

Channel Select the channel that you want to configure.
Channel Enter desired channel title to be displayed on the upper-right corner of the display
Title screen.
Position Set the title position on the screen. Example: U-L (upper left)
Color Adjust image hue, brightness, contrast, and saturation settings.
Double-click Setup to enter Color submenu.
Live Enable/Disable live view display of the channel.
Live Time Enable/Disable the current time on the live view.
Record Time Enable/Disable record mode.
Copy To Copy the current settings to all channels or one specific channel. Click the arrow to select
an option and then click Copy.
4 After all settings are complete, click Apply.

5 When data saving is complete, click OK.
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1 In preview mode, right-click on the mouse to display the Pop-up menu.

2 Select Main Menu > DISPLAY.
3 On Channel, select the channel that you want to
change the color setting.
4 On Color, click Setup.

5 Drag the slider bar to adjust the color item setting.
4.1.2 Recording Setup

With RECORD menu, you can customize the recording settings.
2 Select Main Menu > RECORD.

Channel Select the channel that you want to configure.
Record Enable/Disable record mode.
Quality Set the video quality (Best/Fine/Normal).
Framerate Select the frame rate.
Resolution Select the recording resolution (CIF/D1).
Audio Turn the audio on/off.
Mode Select the record mode (Always/Schedule).
To record video the whole day (24 hours), select Always. To record the video at the
preset time, select Schedule (see “Schedule Recording” on page 33).
Pack Time Set the elapsed time per recording (15 Min/30 Min/45 Min/60 Min).
Copy To Copy the current settings to all channels or one specific channel.

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2 Select Main Menu > RECORD.
3 On Mode, select Schedule.
4 Click Schedule Setup.
5 Select the channel that you want to record, and specify the record mode (Alarm/Normal/No Record).
6 Click on the time slot on the desired day.

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4.2 Setting the Network

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To enable remote monitoring, recording, playing, or configuring the setting, you need to configure the network settings
first. There are four types of network setup: DHCP, PPPoE, Static IP, and DDNS. Consult your Internet Service Provider
(ISP) to determine the type of network connection you are using and the required parameters to complete the setup.
4.2.1 DHCP
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is an auto configuration protocol used on IP networks.
2 Select Main Menu > NETWORK.
3 On Type, select DHCP.
4 Specify the Media Port and WEB Port numbers.

4.2.2 PPPoE
The Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE) is a network protocol for encapsulating Point-to-Point Protocol (PPP)
frames inside Ethernet frames.
3 On Type, select PPPoE.
5 Enter the username (an email address) and password.
6 Specify the DNS Server1/Server2 IP address.
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Note:
The system supports two DNS server input options: DNS Server1 for main server and DNS Server2 for sub server.
Please contact your local ISP (Internet Service Provider) to obtain the correct DNS Server parameter.
4.2.3 Static IP
This option allows you to configure the network interface using a fixed IP address.
3 On Type, select Static IP.
5 Specify the static IP address, Netmask, Gateway, and DNS Server1/Server2 IP addresses.

Note:
If you have any questions on internet settings or to obtain the correct DDNS Server parameter, contact your local ISP
(Internet Service Provider).
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4.2.4 DDNS
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DDNS (Dynamic DNS) is a service that registers a domain name and the floating IP address with a DDNS server so that
the domain name can be routed to the IP address even if the IP is changed in a dynamic IP system.
To use this feature, you must have a DDNS account. Consult with your Internet Service Provider for this service or
create a DDNS account with KGUARD.org server, see the “SUPPORT” page on our website (www.kguardsecurity.com).
3 Select the network.
4 Configure all necessary settings.
5 Click DDNS Setup.
6 Set DDNS mode to ENABLE.
7 Select the Server, and enter the host name, user name, and password.

Note:
To apply for a free DDNS account, refer to the information on the “SUPPORT” page from our website
(www.kguardsecurity.com).
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4.3.1 Searching and Playing Videos
2 Select Main Menu > SEARCH.
3 Specify the date and click Search.
4 Click Playback or the time slot of the recorded video that you want to play.
5 You can play all channels at the same time or double-click a channel to playback in full screen.
Note:
The playback controls on the bottom of the screen disappears after a period of inactivity. To display the playback
controls, move the mouse.
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6 Click the respective button to pause, rewind, fast forward, change to multi picture mode, or mute the sound. Drag
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the volume bar to adjust the volume level.
7 To stop the video playback, click X.
4.3.2 Backing up Videos

1 Plug a USB device into the USB connector at the front panel or the rear panel of the device.
4 Specify the date, then click Search.
5 To view the file details, click Detail Files. All recorded files and details on all channels are displayed on the screen.
6 To browse the files according to its category, select one of the video types (Alarm/Normal/All).
7 To browse the next or previous page, click Next or Previous.
8 Select the files that you want to back up. A √ icon appears on the check box to indicate that the file has been
selected.
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9 Click Backup.
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10 When data backup is complete, click OK.
Note:
Do not remove the USB device while file transferring is in progress.
4.3.3 Viewing and Exporting Log

4 To view the log files, click Log.
5 On the LOG SEARCH screen, select one of the log types (All/Alarm/Operation) and specify the duration date.
6 Click Search. All related log files are displayed on the screen.
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7 To export video information, click Export.

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8 When the log export is complete, click OK.

Note:
• The log files are saved in “*.TXT” format.
• Do not remove the USB device while file transferring is in progress.
4.4 Setting the Device

4.4.1 Storage Device Setup
To ensure the hard disk drive is properly set, it is important to configure the hard disk drive settings before its initial
usage. For other external hard drive and USB device, it is recommended to format those devices before their initial
usage.
Setting HDD
To set up the hard disk drive, do the following:
2 Select Main Menu > DEVICE > HDD.
3 Select the hard disk drive that you want to configure. A √ icon appears on the check box to indicate that the HDD
has been selected.
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4 Select an overwrite interval options (Auto/1 Hour/3 Hours/1 Day/7 Days/30 Days/90 Days/Close).
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Note:
If the overwrite is set to Close, the recording will stop once the hard disk drive is full.

Formatting HDD
After a new hard disk drive is properly installed in the DVR, the system automatically detects the HDD and prompts for
disk formatting.
To format the hard disk drive, do the following:

3 Select the hard disk drive that you want to format.
4 Click Format HDD.
5 An “All data will be deleted after formatting” warning message appears on the screen. Click OK to proceed.
6 When the formatting process is complete, click OK.
Formatting USB drive

To format the USB disk drive, do the following:
4 Click Format USB.
5 An “All data will be deleted after formatted” warning message appears on the screen. Click OK to proceed.
6 When the formatting process is complete, click OK.
Note:
Do not remove the USB device while drive formatting is in progress.
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4.4.2 Setting Alarms

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On the alarm menu, you can configure the alarm type, enable buzzer, set the buzzer time, set up the email alarm
notification, and other related alarm notification settings.
Configure Alarm Settings

To set up the alarm setting, do the following:
2 Select Main Menu > DEVICE > ALARM.
3 Configure the necessary settings.

Buzzer Set the buzzer duration when motion is detected (Off/10 S/20 S/40 S/60 S).
To disable buzzer, select Off.
E-mail Enable/Disable email alarm notification. If the function is enabled, the system will send
the alarm images to the specified email address. See “Email Alarm Notifications” on page
43.
Full Screen Enable/Disable screen notification. If this function is enabled and the alarm is triggered,
the corresponding channel will be displayed in full screen. Select the screen display
duration (1 S/3 S/5 S/7 S/10 S)
MD Alarm Select to enable motion detection alarm. When an object moves into the motion
detection area, the alarm will be triggered.
HDD Loss Select to enable HDD loss alarm. When the hard disk drive is not detected due to HDD
damage or the power supply malfunctions, or HDD auto-overwrite is off, the alarm will
be triggered.
HDD Space Select to enable HDD space alarm. When the hard disk drive is full, the alarm will be
triggered.
Video Loss Select to enable Video loss alarm. When DVR cannot receive the video input signal due
to camera damage, cable damage, or the power supply malfunctions, the alarm will be
triggered.
Alarm Time Select the alarm duration (30S/1 Min/2 Min/5 Min).
Pre-Record
Enable/Disable pre-recording before the alarm occurs.
time

Note:
To ensure that motion detection alarm is properly working, you need to enable the motion detection function. See
“4.4.5 Setting Motion Detection” on page 45.
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To set up an email for alarm notifications, do the following:
Be sure that the DVR network connection is properly configured before proceeding with the email setup.
2 Select Main Menu > DEVICE > ALARM.

3 Check the E-mail check box and click E-mail Setup.
4 On Email, select Enable.

5 On Interval, select the Interval of sending emails when the alarm is triggered.
6 On SSL, select Enable if your email server needs the SSL verification. Check with your email service provider for the
applicable setting.
7 Enter the SMTP port and SMTP Server of the sending email server, the email address and password of the sender in
Sender and Sender PWD respectively.
Note:
By default, the SMTP port is 25 for email without SSL verification. For Gmail server or for email that needs SSL
verification, the SMTP port is 465, by default. Check with your ISP for the correct setting.
8 In Receiver, enter the email address where the email alarm is to be sent.
Note:
When email setup is complete, click Test to check if your email settings are properly configured.
4.4.3 PTZ Setup

After the PTZ speed dome is properly installed via RS-485 connection, you can customize its settings using the PTZ
SETUP menu.
To set up the PTZ camera setting, do the following:

2 Select Main Menu > DEVICE > PTZ.
3 Select the channel which the PTZ camera is connected to.
4 Set the PTZ Protocol, Baud Rate, Data BIT, Stop BIT, Parity, Address code.
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Note:
The PTZ camera can only be activated when a connected channel with the PTZ camera is selected.
4.4.4 Setting Up Mobile Devices

To remotely access the DVR via mobile devices, be sure that the DVR network connection is properly configured before
proceeding with the mobile devices setup.
To configure the mobile devices, do the following:

2 Select Main Menu > DEVICE > MOBILE.
3 Set the User Name and User Password which you have set for the DVR (see “3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard” on page 21
for details on using the virtual keyboard).
4 Enter the Server Port. The setting range is between 1024 and 65535.
Note:
The user name and password cannot be left empty.
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Note:
For details on supported mobiles, see the “DVR SHA Series Support Manual” in the enclosed CD.
4.4.5 Setting Motion Detection

For added security, enable the motion detection feature. When motion is detected on a selected area, the DVR issues
an alarm notification.
To configure motion detection, do the following:

2 Select Main Menu > DEVICE > MOTION.
3 In Channel, select the channel to activate motion detection.
4 In Motion Detection, select Enable.

5 In Sensitivity, select the motion sensitivity from 1 to 4, wherein in 1 is the least sensitive and 4 the most sensitive.
6 Click Setup.
7 A grid screen with a green cursor appears. By default, the whole screen is marked for motion detection (red block).
If you want to disable motion detection on an area, click the grid cursor and then drag the mouse to highlight the
scope to unmark the area (transparent block) for motion detection.
8 To close the grid screen, click the right mouse button.

When motion detection is enabled on a channel, the channel screen displays the motion detection icon M .
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To copy the current settings to other channels, select the channel(s) in Copy To and then click Copy.
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4.5 Setting Up Cloud Storage

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Your DVR supports direct uploading of snapshots to the cloud storage. Perform the procedures below to setup the
cloud storage of your DVR.
Note:
At present, your DVR supports the Dropbox cloud storage (Dropbox website: www.dropbox.com). You must create a
Dropbox account as your cloud storage account before setting it up on your DVR.
4.5.1 Enabling Cloud Storage

2 Select Main Menu > CLOUD.
3 Enable Cloud Storage.

4 On Interval, select the interval time between uploading snapshots to the cloud storage.
5 Check the channels (CH1 ~ CH8) to upload the channel snapshots.

6 Enable Motion Detection if you want the DVR to upload snapshots when motion is detected.
Note:
Motion Detection must be configured first in Device Settings to use this feature (see “4.4.5 Setting Motion
Detection” on page 45).
7 Click Cloud E-MAIL SETUP (see “4.5.2 Setting Up Cloud E-mail Account” on page 46).
4.5.2 Setting Up Cloud E-mail Account

Note:
Before setting up the cloud storage on the DVR, make sure your Dropbox account has been created and active and
the Network settings of your DVR has been configured properly, see “4.2 Setting the Network” on page 34.

2 Select Main Menu > CLOUD. Click Cloud E-MAIL SETUP.
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3 Enable Email.
4 On Receiver, type your e-mail account to receive the e-mail setup confirmation and the cloud storage activation
link.
5 On Sender, type your e-mail account.

Note:
The Receiver and Sender can be the same e-mail account.
6 On Sender PWD, type your e-mail password.

7 Specify SSL, SMTP Port, and SMTP Server of your e-mail account.
Note:
Obtain these information from your e-mail service provider.

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If you want to test the e-mail settings, click Test. A test email will be sent to the Receiver e-mail account.
10 Click Exit to close EMAIL SETUP and return to CLOUD STORAGE screen.
11 Activate the cloud storage (see below).
4.5.3 Activate Cloud Storage

Every time the cloud storage account is changed, you must activate the account again to recognize the changes.
1 On the CLOUD STORAGE screen, click Activate Cloud. An activation e-mail will be sent to the Receiver e-mail
account. Follow the instructions in the e-mail to complete the cloud account activation
2 Click Apply.
Note:
An e-mail will be sent to the Receiver e-mail account after clicking Activate Cloud. You must check your e-mail and
follow the link to complete cloud storage activation within 3 minutes.
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4.6 System Settings

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On the SYSTEM menu, you can configure the date and time, user and password, video output, on screen display
language, and maintenance settings and view the system information.
4.6.1 Date and Time Settings

2 Select Main Menu > SYSTEM > TIME/DATE.
3 Click the Date box to enter the date (see “3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard” on page 21 for details on using the virtual
keyboard).
4 Select the Date Format.

5 Click the Time box to enter the time (see “3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard” on page 21 for details on using the virtual
keyboard).
6 Select the Time Format and Time Zone.

7 If you want to synchronize the date and time with an NTP server, see “Synchronizing Time with NTP Server” below.
8 To enable Daylight Saving Time, click DST Setting (see “Setting Daylight Saving Time” on page 49).
Synchronizing Time with NTP Server

3 In NTP, select ON.
4 Select the NTP Server that you want to synchronize with.
5 Click UPDATE NOW.
6 When time update is complete, click OK.
7 Click Exit to close the menu screen.
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3 Click DST Setting.
4 In Daylight Saving Time, select Enable.
5 In Time Offset, select the amount of time to offset for DST.
6 Select the Daylight Saving Time Mode.
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eek: Enter the Start Time and End Time information by selecting the starting/ending month, week, day, and
entering the starting/ending time.
• Date: Enter the Start Time and End Time information by entering the starting/ending date and time.

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4.6.2 User and Password Settings

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The PASSWORD menu allows you to change the password and authorize users and set the access rights in using the
DVR. There is one administrator account and 6 user accounts. By default, the administrator account’s user name is
“admin” and the password is empty. Only the administrator account is enabled by default. To grant other user to
access, see “Authorizing Other Users” on page 51.
Changing the Password

To protect your account, modify your password.
3 Click the check box of the account to change the password. A √ icon appears.
4 Click Edit.
ON
5 If you want to modify the user name, enter desired name in User Name.
6 Select ON in Password Status.
7 Click the Password box to enter the password (see “3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard” on page 21 for details on using the
virtual keyboard).
Note:
The password can be letters or numbers, but must be 6 characters in length.
8 In Confirm, enter the password again.

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Configuring Other Users
Only the administrator can enable or disable a user account.
3 Click the check box of a user account. A √ icon appears.
4 Click Edit.
5 Enter the User Name (see “3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard” on page 21 for details on using the virtual keyboard).
6 To prompt for password, select Enable in Password Status.
7 Enter the password in Password and Confirm.
Authorizing Other Users

Only the administrator can grant access rights to users. To set the access rights, you must login using an administrator
account, and then do the following:
3 Click the check box of a user account. A √ icon appears.
4 Click Authorization.
5 Select the check box of the corresponding menu that you want to allow the user to access.
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4.6.3 Video and Audio Settings

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The VIDEO menu allows you to configure the video and audio output settings, including the setting of Privacy Zone
which is used to hide an area on the screen from being viewed.
Setting the Video Output

2 Select Main Menu > SYSTEM > VIDEO.
Menu Item Description

VGA
Select the output resolution.
Resolution
Video System Select the video system used in your location (NTSC/PAL).
Rotate Time Set the interval time of changing screen display in Auto Switch mode. See “3.4.4 Auto
Switch View” on page 27.
Privacy Zone Click to set the privacy zone. See “Setting the Privacy” on page 53.
4 Click Apply to save the video/audio settings.

Setting the Volume

3 Click Volume.
4 Drag the slider bar to adjust the output volume.
5 Click X to close the volume bar.
6 Click Apply to save volume settings.
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You can mask up to 4 areas to hide it from being viewed on the screen.
3 Click Privacy Zone.
4 In Channel, select the channel that you want to set the privacy.
5 In Privacy Zone, select Enable.
6 In Area Setup, check the number of areas to mask. You can check Area 1 to Area 4 to create 4 masked areas.
7 Click Setup. The green box indicates the area for masking.
Area to mask

8 Drag the box to the area that you want to mask. You can resize the box by dragging the edges to desired size.
Note:
The above illustration is an example of one checked area (Area 1). The number of green boxes depend on how many
areas you checked in Area Setup.
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9 Click the right mouse button to close the Select Mask screen.
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Masked area

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To copy the privacy zone setting to other channels, select the channel(s) in Copy To, then click Copy.
4.6.4 Language Setting

The LANGUAGE menu allows you to select the on screen display language. To select the language, do the following:
2 Select Main Menu > SYSTEM > LANGUAGE.
3 Select desired language from the list.
4 Click Apply to save.
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4.6.5 System Information
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The INFORMATION menu allows you to configure the device name and device ID, as well as view the MAC address,
firmware version and other system information.
2 Select Main Menu > SYSTEM > INFORMATION.
Menu Item Description

Device ID Enter desired ID for the DVR. The device ID, used to identify the DVR, can only be
composed of numbers and cannot be the same with other IDs when multiple DVRs are
connected in the same network.
Device Name Enter desired name for the DVR. The name can be composed of alphanumeric
characters. See “3.3.2 Virtual Keyboard” on page 21 for details on using the virtual
keyboard.
Device Type Displays the model type of the DVR.
MAC Address Displays the MAC address of the DVR. When multiple DVRs are connected to the same
network, each DVR must have a unique MAC address to ensure that the DVR can
connect to the network.
Firmware Displays the current firmware version of the DVR. To update the firmware version, see
Version page “Update System Firmware” on page 57.
IE Version Displays the current software version of the web client interface.
3 Modify the Device Name and Device ID, if necessary.

4 Click Apply to save the settings.
4.6.6 Maintenance Settings

The MAINTENANCE menu allows you to set automatic system maintenance, reset the DVR to its factory default, and
update the firmware settings, or reboot and power off the DVR manually.
Manual Reboot and Power Off

To reboot or power off the DVR instantly, do the following:
2 Select Main Menu > SYSTEM > MAINTAIN.
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3 Do one of the following:

• Click Power Off to turn off the DVR.
• Click Reboot to reboot the DVR.
4 A message appears, click OK to confirm the operation.

Note:
When turning off the DVR, wait for the message “Now you can power off!” to appear on the screen, then unplug
the power cord from the power outlet.
Set Auto Maintenance

Use this feature to automatically reboot the DVR on a specified schedule. When the DVR reboots, all settings and data
are refreshed from the memory, which optimizes the DVR performance.
3 Set Auto Maintain to Enable.
4 In Auto Reboot, select the frequency to reboot the DVR. Options are:
• Everyday: Reboots the DVR on a daily basis. If this option is selected, specify the time you want to reboot the
DVR.
• Every Week: Reboots the DVR on a weekly basis. If this option is selected, specify the day of the week and the
time to reboot the DVR.
• Every Month: Reboots the DVR on a monthly basis. If this option is selected, specify the date (1 to 31) and the
time to reboot the DVR.
Note:
The illustration above is an example of Auto Reboot set to Every Week. The available fields vary depending on the
selected Auto Maintain and Auto Reboot options.

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Use this feature to update the firmware with the latest version.
1 Open a web browser and visit KGUARD Security web site (www.kguardsecurity.com).
2 Check for available updates and download the firmware update file named “dvrupgrade”.
3 Save the “dvrupgrade” file in a USB flash drive.
4 Insert the USB flash drive into a USB connector on the front panel or the rear panel of the DVR.
7 Click Update.
8 Follow the instructions on the screen to complete the update.
Warning:
Do not turn off the power or unplug from the power supply while updating.
Load Default Settings

Use this feature to restore the factory default settings of the DVR.

3 Click Load Default.
4 Check the check box of the settings that you want to restore.
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• To restore all settings, click Select All.
• To deselect the checked boxes, click Select None.
• To cancel, click Cancel.
5 When you are done, click Apply.

6 A warning message appears, click OK to confirm.
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Use KGUARD Web Client to remotely access the DVR anytime.

To access KGUARD Web Client you must ensure the following requirements are met:
• The Network settings of the DVR is properly configured. See “4.2 Setting the Network” on page 34.
• Your computer has a web browser, such as Internet Explorer, installed.
5.1 Login
KGUARD Web Client allows up to 3 simultaneous access. However, only one administrator account is allowed per
access.
1 Open your computer web browser and enter the DVR IP address or domain name in the URL box.
For example, see illustration below:
Don’t know the IP Address of your DVR?

The IP address of the DVR vary depending on the network settings you configured in NETWORK menu (see “4.2
Setting the Network” on page 34).
• If your network type is DHCP, ask your network administrator for the IP address assigned to the DVR.
• If your network type is PPPoE, ask your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for the IP address assigned to the DVR.
• If your network type is Static IP, check the IP address you configured for IP ADDR in NETWORK menu.
• If the DVR is connected to a DDNS, check the Domain Name that you configured when you created the DDNS
account and type the domain name in the URL box.
2 Enter the User Name and Password.
Note:
The default administrator User Name is “admin” and the password is empty. To change the password, see
“Changing the Password” on page 50.
3 If necessary, select the type of network connection in Network (Internet or LAN).

4 Click Login.
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After you login to KGUARD Web Client, the Live screen appears.
Note:
The number of channels displayed may vary depending on the DVR model. The illustration below is from an
8-channel DVR.
No. Item Description
Click a menu item to access. Options are:

• PLAYBACK: Allows you search, playback, and download recorded videos. See “5.4
1 Main Menu Searching and Playing Recorded Videos” on page 63.
• SETUP: Allows you to configure the DVR remotely. See “5.5 Setup” on page 65.
• Logout: Click to logout from KGUARD Web Client.
Displays the channels in grid mode or full screen mode. To manage the display screen,
2 Display Screen
see “5.3.1 Switching Screen Modes” on page 60.
3 Play Controls Manages playback and recording and switches screen modes.
Adjusts recording volume.

4 Volume • Click to mute or unmute the audio input.
• Click on the volume bars to increase or decrease volume.
5 PTZ Controls Manages the PTZ speed dome. See “Using PTZ Controls” on page 62.
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5.3.1 Switching Screen Modes

By default, a 9-channel grid display appears on the screen.
The Live screen can be viewed in different modes: 1-channel, 4-channel grid, 9-channel grid, 16-channel grid, and full
screen.
1-Channel 4-Channel Grid 9-Channel Grid
To view one channel at a time, do To view 4 channels on the grid: To view 9 channels on the grid:
one of the following: • Click . • Click .
• Double-click on the channel • Click again to view the next • Click again to view the next
• Double-click again to return to 4-channel grid (if available). 9-channel grid (if available).
grid display.
16-Channel Grid Full Screen Mode
To view 16 channels on the grid, • To view in full screen, right-click the mouse and select FULL SCREEN.
click . • Double-click to switch between grid and channel full screen display.
• To exit the full screen view, right-click the mouse and select EXIT FULL
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From the Live screen, you can start manual recording and capture screen shots of a channel.
Using Play Controls

Use the Play Control panel to manage all the channels at the same time.
1
2 5
4 6

Snapshot Click to capture a snapshot of the selected channel. See “Taking Snapshots”
1
below.
2 Display/Hide Click to display or hide all channels.
3 Grid Display Click a number icon to view the channels in grid mode.
4 Mute Click to mute or unmute the recording volume.
5 Record Click to start or stop manual recording of all channels.
6 Volume Bar Click the bar to adjust the volume level.
Recording Individual Channels Manually

1 Right-click the mouse over the desired channel. A pop-up menu appears.
2 Select START RECORD to start recording the channel. A recording icon appears on the channel screen.
To stop recording, right-click the mouse and select STOP RECORD.
Recorded videos are saved in a local directory path. To configure the local directory path, see “Advanced Settings” on
page 77.
Taking Snapshots
1 Click on the desired channel. The channel should be boxed in red.
2 Click the snapshot icon on the Play Controls to take a snapshot of the selected channel.
Snapshots are saved in a local directory path. To configure the local directory path, see “Advanced Settings” on page
77.
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If you are using a PTZ speed dome camera, use the PTZ Controls to adjust the viewing scope other PTZ settings.
3 10
4 9
5 8
6 7

Pointer pan Click the direction arrows to select the direction of the PTZ camera.
1
Click the middle icon to switch to auto pan.
Zoom Click the - and + icons of Zoom, Focus, or Iris to adjust the corresponding setting.
2 Focus
Iris
3 Pan & Tilt Position Select a preset point to start the cruise.
4 Start Click to start the cruise function.
5 Load Click to go to a specific preset point.
6 Stop Click to stop the cruise function.
7 Save Click to save the changes.
8 Clear Click to delete the preset point.
9 Recall Click to recall the last present point.
10 Set Click to set the preset point.
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You can remotely search, play, and download recorded videos.
5.4.1 Searching and Playing Videos

1 On the Main Menu, click PLAYBACK. The Playback screen appears.
2 Select a date from the calendar. Available videos are automatically listed on the File List table.
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To refresh the files, click Refresh.
3 You can filter the search by channel and/or video type. Select the channel or type, and then click Search. Matching
files are listed on the File List table.
4 On the File List table, select a file and then click Play to play the video.
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You can also play the video by double-clicking the file.
5 Use the playback control buttons to pause/play, stop, rewind, or fast forward the playback. Drag the volume slider to
adjust the volume.
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2 Select a date from the calendar. Available videos are automatically listed on the File List table.
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To refresh the files, click Refresh.
3 You can filter the search by channel and/or video type. Select the channel or type, and then click Search. Matching
files are listed on the File List table.
4 On the File List table, select a file.

5 Click Backup to download the video to your local hard disk. The downloaded video is saved in H.264 (*.264) format.
To convert the video to *.avi format, see “5.4.3 Converting Video Format” on page 64.
Note:
• While a video is playing, the Backup button is unavailable and you cannot download the video. Stop the
playback to make the download function available.
• See “Advanced Settings” on page 77 for details on setting the download path folder.
5.4.3 Converting Video Format

Video backup files are saved in H.264 (*.264) format. If you want to save the video files into a format playable in
common video players, you must convert the file to *.avi format.

2 Click . The screen below appears.
3 On SrcFile, click and browse for the source file (*.264).
4 On DestFile, click . Browse for the destination folder and enter the desired filename.
5 Click .
6 Click X to close the screen.
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Use the Setup menu to remotely configure the DVR. However, some functions are only accessible if you login with an
administrator account.
On the Main Menu, click SETUP to access the Setup page.
Settings screen
Left panel
menu
The Setup menu is divided into six submenu options:

• Record: Allows you to customize the recording settings and schedule. See “5.5.2 Record Settings” on page 66.
• Alarm: Allows you to customize alarms and set when and how you want to be notified. See “5.5.3 Alarm Settings”
on page 68.
• PTZ: Allows you to customize the PTZ settings. See “5.5.4 PTZ Settings” on page 70.
• Network: Allows you to customize network settings, including email setup. See “5.5.2 Record Settings” on page
66.
• Setting: Allows you to setup user accounts and password, customize internet speed and destination path of
backup files. See “5.5.6 System Settings” on page 76.
• Cloud Set: Allows you to view and enable the cloud storage e-mail account associated with your DVR. See “4.5
Setting Up Cloud Storage” on page 46.
• Info: Allows you to view the hard disk space, software and MAC address information. See “5.5.8 System
Information” on page 80.
To access a submenu option, click an item from the left panel. The tree expands to show more options.
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Use the Record menu to remotely set the recording schedule and quality.
1 On the Main Menu, click SETUP.
2 On the left panel, click Record. The Record submenu appears.
3 On the Record submenu, select the channel to customize or select All to apply the settings for all channels.
Selected Not selected
Function disabled
Item Description
Quality Select the recording quality.
Audio Click the button to turn the recording audio on or off.
Click to select a record mode. Options are:
Mode • Continuous: To record the video the whole day (24 hours).
• Motion/Time: To record the video only when motion is detected or at a preset
time. See “Setting the Recording Schedule” below.
4 To save the settings, click Apply at the bottom of the screen.
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• To revert to default settings, click Default at the bottom of the screen.
• To cancel any modifications or close the screen, click .
Setting the Recording Schedule

To automatically record a channel at a specified time, do the following:
2 On the left panel, click Record.
3 On Mode, select Motion/Time. The Schedule table is enabled.
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Time
(24-hour format)
Select recording type
Day
Note:
Recording type buttons are only enabled if Motion/Time is selected in Mode.
4 Click a recording type, selected button turns amber.

• Motion: To record the video only when motion is detected within the specified time. If motion is not detected,
the recording is not performed. See “Motion Detection Setup” on page 68 for further details.
• Record: To record the video within the specified time.
• No Recording: No scheduled recording.
5 Click a space on the grid to mark the schedule. The space changes color depending on the selected record type.
Click as many spaces as desired. Examples:
• To set motion detect recording, click the MOTION button, and then mark the schedule on the
grid. The marked schedule turns red.
• To set normal recording on a preset time, click the RECORD button, and then mark the schedule on the grid. The
marked schedule turns green.
• To remove the marked schedule, click the NO RECORDING button, and then mark the schedule on the grid. The
marked schedule turns white.
Motion detect recording

Normal recording is set
is set
No scheduled recording
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To revert to default settings, click Default at the bottom of the screen.
5.5.3 Alarm Settings

Use the Alarm menu to enable and configure motion detect alarm and choose the alarm notification, such as buzzer
sound, email, or full screen notification.
Motion Detection Setup

2 On the left panel, click Alarm.
3 On the Alarm submenu, select the channel to customize or select All to apply the settings for all channels.
4 On Status, select Enable.

5 On Sensitivity, select the motion sensitivity level from 1 to 4, wherein 1 is the least sensitive and 4 the most
sensitive.
6 Click the spaces on the grid to mark the area for motion detection.
Area is marked for motion Area is unmarked for

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you want to unmark (area turns white). Or, click Clear to unmark all areas and then select a new area to mark for
motion detection.
8 To save the settings, click Apply at the bottom of the screen.

When motion detection is enabled on a channel, the motion detection icon M appears on the channel screen shown
on the monitor connected to the DVR.
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Alarm Setup
2 On the left panel, click Alarm.
3 On the Alarm submenu, select Other.

Video Loss Check to trigger the alarm when the camera signal is not detected.
HDD Space Check to trigger the alarm when there is not enough hard disk space.
HDD Loss Check to trigger the alarm when the hard disk drive is not detected.
Buzzer Set the buzzer duration when motion is detected (OFF/10s/20s/40s/60s).
Post Rec Select the post recording time after the alarm ends.
(5s/10s/15s/20s/30s/1Min/2Min/5Min).
5 After all settings are complete, click Apply at the bottom of the screen.
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When a PTZ camera is installed, use the PTZ menu to customize its settings.
2 On the left panel, click PTZ. The PTZ Setup screen appears.
3 On the PTZ submenu, select the channel where the PTZ camera is installed.
4 Set the PTZ control Protocol, Baud Rate, Data Bit, Stop Bits, and Address.
Note:
Check the PTZ camera specifications for the correct settings.
5 Set Auto Cruise to Enable or Disable, and select a Verify option (None/Odd/Even/Mark/Space).
6 To save, click Apply at the bottom of the screen.
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You can use the Network menu to setup how the DVR connects to the network. It provides 3 network connection
options: Static IP, DHCP, and PPPoE. From this menu, you can also setup DDNS (Dynamic Domain Name System) and
Email.
Note:
Consult your network administrator or the Internet Service Provider (ISP) to determine the type of connection you
are using and the required parameters to complete the setup.
Setting Up with TCP/IP - Static IP

If your network uses a fixed IP address, do the following:
2 On the left panel, click Network. The TCP/IP screen appears.
3 On Type, select Static.

4 Specify the Media Port, Web Port, IP Address, Subnet Mask, Gateway, DNS 1, and DNS 2.
Note:
Obtain these information from your network administrator or your Internet Service Provider (ISP).
5 Set UPnP to Enable if you are using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) devices.
Note:
If you cannot use either of the two default ports, 80 or 9000, the specified port may be occupied by other programs
or it is being blocked by your service provider. Enter other port number. In this case, you need to add the port
number after the IP address. For example, if you set the Web Port as 85, you need to enter the IP address as
“192.168.3.103:85”.

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Setting Up with TCP/IP - PPPoE

If your network uses the Point-to-Point Protocol over Ethernet (PPPoE), do the following:
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4 Specify the Media Port, Web Port, DNS1, DNS2 (if necessary).
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6 Set UPnP to On if you are using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) devices.
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Setting Up TCP/IP - DHCP

If your network uses DHCP protocol, do the following:
3 On Type, select DHCP.

4 Specify the Media Port, Web Port and DNS2 (if necessary).
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5 Set UPnP to On if you are using Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) devices.
Note:
If you cannot use either of the two default ports, 80 or 9000, the specified port may be occupied by other programs
or it is being blocked by your service provider. Enter other port number. In this case, you need to add the port
number after the IP address. For example, if you set the Web Port as 85, you need to enter the IP address as
“192.168.3.103:85”.

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Setting Up DDNS
DDNS (Dynamic DNS) is a service that registers a domain name and the floating IP address with a DDNS server so that
the domain name can be routed to the IP address even if the IP is changed in a dynamic IP system.
To use this feature, you must have a DDNS account. Obtain the information from your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or
create a free DDNS account with KGUARD.org server, visit the website http://www.kguard.org.
To setup DDNS, do the following:

2 On the left panel, click Network > DDNS. The DDNS screen appears.

4 On Service, select the DDNS server.
5 On Host Name, enter the domain name.
7 Click Apply at the bottom of the screen.
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Use the Email Setup menu to configure the sending and receiving email servers to send and receive email alarm
notifications.
2 On the left panel, click Network > Email. The Email screen appears.

SSL SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) protocol is used to secure your email account. Set SSL to
Enable if the email server needs the SSL verification. Check with your email service
provider for the applicable setting.
SMTP Port Enter the SMTP port of the email server that you want to use to send emails.
Note:
By default, the SMTP port is 25 for email without SSL verification. For Gmail server
or for email that needs SSL verification, the SMTP port is 465, by default. Check with
your email service provider for the correct setting.
SMTP
Enter the SMTP server of the email server that you want to use to send emails.
Server
Send Email Enter the email address from where you want to send the email.
Send
Enter the sender’s email password.
Password
Recv Email Enter the email address where you want to send the email alarm notification.
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The DVR provides remote access using your mobile phone or a tablet PC. See the “DVR SHA Series Support Manual” in
the enclosed CD for the list of supported mobile devices.
Before using this feature, take note of the following:

• Make sure the DVR is connected to the Internet.
• If the DVR is connected to the Internet through a router, you must forward the port on the virtual server option
of your router. See your router user’s manual for this configuration.
To configure mobile device setup, do the following:

2 On the left panel, click Network > Mobile. The Mobile screen appears.
3 On Mobile User Name and Mobile Password, enter the user name and password that you use to login to the DVR.
4 On Server Port, enter the monitoring port of your mobile device. The port range is between 1024 to 65535.
Note:
The Server Port specified here must be the same port on your mobile device.

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See “Chapter 6: Using KView Series Software” on page 81 for further details.
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Use the Settings menu to manage administrator and user accounts and configure local directory settings.
Managing User Accounts

The User Management screen allows you to manage the login password and grant user access rights to DVR settings.
Only the administrator can authorize and grant access rights to users.
There is only one administrator account and six user accounts. By default, the administrator account’s user name is
“admin” and the password is empty.
To change the administrator password, do the following:

2 On the left panel, click SETTING. The User Management screen appears.
3 On UserType, select the account to manage.

4 Set Active to Enable. This makes the User Name and PasswordActive fields available for entry.
5 Enter a desired user name on the Username field.
6 Set PasswordActive to Enable.
7 Enter the desired password on Password and RePassword.
Note:
• The password must be 6 characters in length.
• The entered text on Password and RePassword must match.
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8 Check the boxes on the right to grant the access rights of the function.
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The Advanced Settings screen allows you to select the Internet connection speed, select the local folder directory to
save downloads and modify the device ID of the DVR.
2 On the left panel, click Setting > Advanced. The Advanced Settings screen appears.
3 On Internet, select a connection speed.

4 On Save Path, click the browse button to select the local directory where you want to save all downloads.
5 On Device ID, enter a desired ID (numeric only) for your DVR.
Note:
The Device ID must be 6 digits in length.

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You can use the Cloud Set menu to setup a cloud storage account and receive snapshots from your DVR.
Note:
At present, your DVR supports the Dropbox cloud storage (Dropbox website: www.dropbox.com). You must create a
Dropbox account as your cloud storage account before setting it up on your DVR.
Enabling Cloud Storage

2 On the left panel, click CLOUD SET. The Cloud screen appears.
3 On Cloud Storage, select Enable.

4 On Interval, select the interval time between uploading snapshots to the cloud storage.
5 Enable Motion Detection if you want the DVR to upload snapshots when motion is detected.
Note:
Motion Detection must be configured first in Alarm Settings to use this feature (see “Motion Detection Setup” on
page 68).
6 Check the channels (CH1 ~ CH8) to upload the channel snapshots.

7 Click Cloud E-MAIL SETUP (see below).
Setting Up Cloud E-mail Account

2 On the left panel, click CLOUD SET.
3 Click CLOUD E-MAIL SETUP.
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SSL SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) protocol is used to secure your email account. Set SSL to
Enable if the email server needs the SSL verification. Check with your email service
provider for the applicable setting.
Recv Email Enter your e-mail address to receive the e-mail setup confirmation and the cloud storage
activation link.
SMTP Port Enter the SMTP port of your email account.
Note:
Obtain this information from your email service provider.
SMTP Enter the SMTP server of your email account.
Server
Note:
Obtain this information from your email service provider.
Send Email Enter your email account.
Send
Enter your email account password.
Password
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• To return to the previous screen, click CLOUD SETUP at the bottom of the screen.
After setting up the cloud e-mail account, you still have to activate the account to use this feature. Activation must be
done through the DVR OSD menu (see “4.5.3 Activate Cloud Storage” on page 47).
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To view the system information, do the following:

2 On the left panel, click Info. The Info screen appears.
3 To view the software information, click Client Soft on the left panel menu.
4 Click to close the screen.
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Chapter 6: Mobile Device Access
Chapter 6: Using KView Series Software
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The KView Series surveillance software provides real-time multi-channel viewing capabilities right on your smart
phones, tablet PCs or on your desktop computer. The KView Series surveillance software includes:
• KView: Use in Android Phones and iPhones (see below)
• KViewHD: Use in Android Tablet PCs and iPad (see “6.2 KViewHD” on page 84)
• KView Center: Use in Windows-based computers (see “6.3 KView Center” on page 86)
6.1 KView
KView is a software application designed to view multiple channels in real-time through your iPhone or Android
phones. You can pan, tilt, and zoom the cameras for better viewing and take snapshots to save to the phone memory
card.
6.1.1 KView on Android® Phones

Note:
To ensure optimum performance, download and use KView on Android 2.2 or above.
1 Make sure your mobile phone is connected to the Internet (either by mobile data connection or Wi-Fi).
2 Open the Android Market application.
3 On the Market search bar, enter the keyword “kguard” to search
and download KView.
4 Select to download KView.
Select the “KView” application. Click FREE. Click OK.
The KView icon is displayed on the application screen.
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4 Click Add to add a DVR and enter the required settings.

1 1 Title Enter the desired DVR name.
2 Enter the IP address assigned to the DVR.
2 IP Consult your network administrator or ISP
3
to obtain this information.
4 Enter the server port number that you
5 3 Port configured in the DVR menu. See “4.4.4
Setting Up Mobile Devices” on page 44.
6
Enter the user name that you configured
4 User name in the DVR menu. See “4.4.4 Setting Up
Mobile Devices” on page 44.
Enter the password that you configured
5 Password in the DVR menu. See “4.4.4 Setting Up
Select the number of channels that you
6 Channel amount
want to access on your smart phone.
5 Click OK to view the main screen.
6.1.2 KView on iPhone®

Note:
To ensure optimum performance, download and use KView on iPhone devices with iOS 4.2.1 or above.
1 Make sure your smart phone is connected to the Internet (either by mobile data connection or Wi-Fi).
2 Open the App Store application and search for “kguard”.
3 On the search bar, enter the keyword “kguard” to search for KView.
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Select the “KView” application. Click FREE. Click INSTALL.
You may be asked to login with your iTunes account to continue. After download, the KView icon is displayed
on the application screen.
5 Click the KView icon to open the application.
6 Click to add a device.
7 Enter the required settings.

1 1 Title Enter the desired DVR name.
2 Enter the IP address assigned to the DVR.
3 2 IP Address Consult your network administrator or ISP
4
to obtain this information.
5 Enter the server port number that you
3 Port configured in the DVR menu. See “4.4.4
Setting Up Mobile Devices” on page 44.
6
Enter the user name that you configured
4 User in the DVR menu. See “4.4.4 Setting Up
Enter the password that you configured
5 Password in the DVR menu. See “4.4.4 Setting Up
6 Model/Type Scroll to select the DVR model and type.
8 Click Save to save your settings.
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6.2 KViewHD
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KViewHD is a software application designed to view multiple channels in real-time through your tablet PC. KViewHD
supports Android-based tablets and iPad devices. You can pan, tilt, and zoom the cameras for better viewing and
capture snapshots to save to tablet PC memory card.
6.2.1 KViewHD on Android® Tablets

Note:
To ensure optimum performance, make sure your tablet PC meets the system requirements:
• OS version: Android 3.0 or above
• Resolution: 1280x800
1 Make sure your tablet PC is connected to the Internet (either by mobile data connection or Wi-Fi).
2 Open the Android Market application.
3 On the Market search bar, enter the keyword
“kguard” to search for KViewHD.
4 Select and download KViewHD.
Select the “KViewHD” application.
Click Download.
Click Accept & download.
The KViewHD icon is displayed on the application screen.
5 Click the KViewHD icon to open the application.
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6.2.2 KViewHD on iPad®
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Note:
To ensure optimum performance, download and use KViewHD on iPad iOS 4.2.1 or above.
1 Make sure your iPad is connected to the Internet (either by mobile data connection or Wi-Fi).
2 Open the App Store application.
3 On the search bar, enter the keyword “kguard” to search for KViewHD.
4 Select and download KViewHD.
Click FREE. Click INSTALL APP.
You may be asked to login with your iTunes account to continue. After download, the KViewHD icon is
displayed on the application screen.
5 Click the KViewHD icon to open the application.
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6.3 KView Center

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KView Center is a software application tool designed for computers running Windows OS.
Note:
To ensure optimum performance, make sure the OS of your computer is Windows 7 or Windows XP.
To install KView Center on your computer, perform the following steps:

1 Browse the CD that came with your DVR and double-click on
“KViewCenterSetup.exe”.
2 When the security warning appears, click Run.
3 The KViewCenter Setup screen appears. Click Next to continue.
4 Select Full and then click Next to continue.
5 Browse for desired path to save the software, and then click Install.
6 When the installation is complete, click Close.

The KView Center shortcut icon appears on the desktop.
7 Double-click to open KView Center.
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6.4 KView Series Specifications
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Surveillance Software KView KViewHD KView Center
Operating System Android iPhone Android iOS Windows
OS Version 2.2 or above 4.2.1 or above 3.0 or above 4.2.1 or above XP / 7 (32/64 bit)
Resolution 480x320 1280x800
Monitor 1280x800 Monitor
960x640 1024x600
Device List
Available for 16 devices Available for 16 devices Available for 4 devices
(DVR Address Book)
Smart IME Switch Yes Yes Yes
Live View Yes Yes Yes
Live View Channel Up to 16 Channels
1 Channel 36 Channels
simultaneously
Touch Zoom in/out
Yes Yes Yes
PTZ Control
Touch Focus in/out
Yes Yes Yes
PTZ Control
Straight / Horizontal
Yes Yes -
Screen Mode
Live Snapshot Yes Yes Yes
Layout - - 1/4/9/16/25/36
Privilege - - Yes
Event - - Yes
Remote Playback Yes,
- -
search by Date and Time
Local Playback Yes,
- -
search by Date and Time
Remote Backup Up to 8 Channels
- -
simultaneously
Schedule (Remote) - - Yes
E-map - - Yes
Launch IE Browser - - Yes
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Chapter 7: Troubleshooting & FAQ

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7.1 Troubleshooting
If you experience any problems in using the DVR, try the following solutions to these common problems before calling
for service. If problems persist, contact the customer service in your area.
Problem Possible Solution

The DVR does not turn on • Check if the power adapter is properly connected.
and the indicators are not lit. • Plug the power cord to another power outlet, the current outlet may be
damaged.
• The power cord may be damaged, contact the dealer to purchase a new one.
• Check if the camera is properly connected.
• Check if the camera is supplied with power.
Some channels have no video
signal. • Set the correct video format used in your country (NTSC/PAL). See “Setting
the Video Output” on page 52.
• The camera cable may be damaged, replace with a new one.
An “H” is displayed on the • Check if the HDD data and power cables are properly connected.
screen and the DVR cannot • For new HDDs, format the HDD first. See “Formatting HDD” on page 41.
detect the HDD.
• If all the above procedures do not work, contact Customer Service for
further support.
I have changed the
• To obtain the factory default password, contact your retailer or directly send
administrator password but I
an email to KGUARD at support@kguardsecurity.com.
cannot remember it.
The remote control is not • Make sure nothing is blocking the remote control and the DVR sensor. Aim
working. the remote control at a proper distance.
• Check the remote control batteries.
I cannot control the PTZ • Make sure the protocol, baud rate, address code and other settings on the
camera. camera match the settings you have configured on the DVR. See “4.4.3 PTZ
Setup” on page 43.
• Check if the cables are properly connected.
The buzzer keeps on • Check the alarm settings. Motion detection may be detected. Check the HDD
sounding. capacity and the video connections, which may be triggering the alarm.
• Disable buzzer on the DVR settings. See “4.4.2 Setting Alarms” on page 42.
I cannot find the PTZ Control • The DVR may be on Cruise mode, disable stop cruise mode first. See “3.3.4
menu. Pop-up Menu” on page 22.
I connected an external • The external storage device may not be compatible with the DVR. Try
storage device to the DVR but connecting other storage devices. See the “DVR SHA Series Support Manual”
it cannot be recognized. in the enclosed CD.
I cannot access the web • Check if the network cable is properly connected to the DVR.
client. • Check if the network settings are properly configured. See “4.2 Setting the
Network” on page 34.
• Ensure that you have Internet Explorer 6 or above.
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Problem Possible Solution
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I cannot access the DVR • Check if the network cable is properly connected to the DVR.
through my mobile phone. • Check if the network settings are properly configured. See “4.2 Setting the
Network” on page 34.
• Make sure the mobile device utility is properly installed on your mobile
phone.
• Make sure that the mobile server port value is the same as the value set in
the DVR menu. See “4.4.4 Setting Up Mobile Devices” on page 44.
7.2 Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ Answer
What does “H” displayed
• This means that the HDD cannot be detected or it is incorrectly formatted.
on the screen mean?
The DVR is hot to the
• For sustained performance and reliability, ensure adequate ventilation around the
touch, will this cause any
unit and keep the DVR away from direct sunlight or heat sources.
problems?
Can the HDD be
• Yes, a 3.5” HDD with SATA connection can be used. However, for sustained
upgraded with a
reliability, a CCTV/AV hard drive is recommended.
standard PC hard drive?
Is it possible to
simultaneously record • Yes, by entering the Playback menu, existing recordings can be played while
and playback previously recording is still in progress.
recorded files?
Is it possible to delete • No, you can only delete all recordings at the same time. If you wish to delete the
individual recordings recordings, you need to format the HDD.
from the unit? Warning:
Formatting the HDD will erase all existing recordings! Make sure you back up the files
before performing this action.
Is it possible to view the • Yes. The system can be used on a mobile phone or via Safari / Windows® Internet
system on Mac or Linux? Explorer.
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Appendix: Specifications
Appendix: Specifications
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Model TC401 (4-CH DVR) TC801 (8-CH DVR)

Cloud
Cloud Storage Yes
Storage Mode Schedule / Motion Detection
Video
Video Format NTSC / PAL
Video Input 4 BNC inputs 8 BNC inputs
Video Output 1 VGA output, 1 BNC output 1 VGA output, 1 BNC output
Display Frame Rate NTSC: 120fps, PAL: 100fps NTSC: 240fps, PAL: 200fps
Audio
Audio Input 4 RCA inputs 8 RCA inputs
Audio Output 1 RCA output 1 RCA output
Audio Compression 8kHz x 16bit ADPCM
Recording
Video Compression H.264
NTSC: CIF (352 X 240), HD1 (704 X 240), D1 (704 X 480)
Recording Resolution
PAL: CIF (352 X 288), HD1 (704 X 288), D1 (704 X 576)
NTSC: 120fps@CIF, 120fps@HD1, 120fps@D1 NTSC: 240fps@CIF, 120fps@HD1, 60fps@D1
Recording Frame Rate
PAL: 100fps@CIF, 100fps@HD1, 100fps@D1 PAL: 200fps@CIF, 100fps@HD1, 50fps@D1
Recording Mode Always / Schedule / Motion Detection / Remote Recording
Recording Pack Time 15 / 30 / 45 / 60 mins
HDD Interface SATA (supports up to 2TB)
Network
Network Interface RJ45, 10M/100M
Network Protocol TCP/IP, DHCP, DDNS, PPPoE
Playback
Local Playback 4 channels simultaneously 8 channels simultaneously
Playback Search Date / Time / File list
Playback Mode Play / Fast Forward / Fast Rewind / Frame by Frame
General
PTZ Control RS485 built-in, supports PELCO-P & PELCO-D
Alarm Mode Motion Detection, Video Loss, HDD Loss, HDD Full
Backup Method USB flash disk, USB HDD disk, Network
Power Supply DC 12V / 2A
Operating Temperature (w/o HDD) -10°C ~ 50°C (14°F ~ 122°F)
Storage Temperature -20°C ~ 70°C (-4°F ~ 158°F)
Working Humidity 10% to 90%
Dimensions (W x D x H) 274 x 214.5 x 45 mm
* All specifications are subject to change without notice. For details, please refer to the actual product.
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Chapter 1: Product Overview

1.2 Package Contents

Remote Control Mouse Quick Guide CD-ROM

Power Supply BNC to RCA Cable Batteries* HDD Screw Kit

* Not available in all countries.

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1.3 Parts and Functions

1.3.1 Front Panel

PWE LINK HDD REC

8 Channel H.264 Digital Video Recorder

No. Item Icon Description

1 Power Button Press the button to turn the DVR on or off.

4 HDD Indicator Lights red when the HDD is being accessed.

5 Record Indicator REC Lights red when recording is in progress.

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1.3.2 Rear Panel

CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1 VIDEO OUT

AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AIN8 AIN7 AIN6 AIN5 AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

No. Connector Description

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1.4 Remote Control

No. Icon Description No. Icon Description

5 PTZ Press to configure PTZ settings. 17 Press to pause playback.

Press to display a 4 x 4 channel 18 Press start recording.

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Mouse Operation Description

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2.1 Installing the Hard Disk Drive

3 Connect the data and power cables to the hard disk

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2.2 Connecting the Power

1 Connect one end of the power 4-Channel DVR

2 Plug the other end of the power AIN4 AIN3

supply into the wall outlet.

AIN8 AIN7 AIN6 AIN5 AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

Wall outlet Power supply

2.3 Connecting to Monitors

2.3.1 BNC Connection 4-Channel DVR

connector as shown. AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AIN8 AIN7 AIN6 AIN5 AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

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2.3.2 VGA Connection

CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1 VIDEO OUT

AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

AIN8 AIN7 AIN6 AIN5 AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

2.4 Connecting the Cameras

2.4.1 BNC Connection

CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1 VIDEO OUT

AIN4 AIN3 AIN2 AIN1

CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1

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